Name: Number Sixteen
Address: 16 Sumner Place, Kensington and Chelsea, London, SW7 3EG, United Kingdom, 16 Sumner Place, Greater London, SW7 3EG, UK
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at £180 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 9.1

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Number Sixteen

This neighbourhood is a great choice for travellers interested in convenient public transport, culture and architecture – Check location 16 Sumner Place, Kensington and Chelsea, London, SW7 3EG, United Kingdom – This neighbourhood is a great choice for travellers interested in convenient public transport, culture and architecture – Check location Excellent location - show map – Metro access

*9.1* Victoria & Albert Museum: only 6 minutes away! (450 yards on foot)

South Kensington: only 3 minutes away! (200 yards on foot)

*8.8* Natural History Museum London: only 4 minutes away! (350 yards on foot)

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Enjoyed their afternoon tea, lounges and aspiring designs and interiors.

Raed, Saudi Arabia

A unique boutique hotel with charm. Everyone who worked there was fantastic, always smiling and ready to help. Room was very clean and the bathroom, although small, looked brand new. Perfect spot on a quiet street very close to the underground.

William, Portugal

Beautiful rooms and ambiance. Excellent outdoor courtyard for breakfast & drinks. Very quiet.

Mary, Australia

Staff is friendly, helpful and hardworking. Location is ideal: The tube is less than two blacks away. Great restaurants (Moti Mahal, e.g.) and taverns (Zetland Arms) throughout the upscale South Kensington neighborhood. If you need a hair out, gentlemen, Italian barbers (the world's best) staff the South Ken barbershop nearby.

Greg, USA

Very attentive staff. AC was not working all that well.

Richard, Canada

Great location a 4 minute walk from the South Kensington tube station. Charming group of three residences joined as one mini-hotel. Staff very helpful.

Michael, USA

Fantastic location. Wonderful rooms. The hotel is both stylish and comfortable at the same time. The staff was outstanding, especially our new friend Arthur. His tips and recommendations made our brief time in London quite memorable.

Chuck, USA

The bed was very comfortable and sheets good quality.

Disappointed, United Kingdom

Fabulous staff, location, rooms beautifully and originally decorated. Guest lounge with honesty bar a thoughtful facility and the tea always made in pots- breakfast delicious.

Janet, Australia

The hotel itself was superb, staff friendly and helpful, room immaculate and luxurious, all the things one would expect from a hotel in this class.

Martijn, Netherlands

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Featuring ultra-chic interiors and a private garden, Number Sixteen offers glamorous accommodation in cosmopolitan South Kensington. The Victorian property provides 24-hour room service, minibars and iPod docking stations in the rooms.

Each individually styled room reflects the contemporary design of the hotel, with luxurious fabrics and furnishings and hints of bold colour. All rooms at Number Sixteen are air-conditioned and feature flat-screen satellite TV. Some rooms have French windows leading to a small balcony.

Afternoon tea is served all day at the hotel, and can be taken in the garden, conservatory, drawing room or library. Guests have a number of public rooms within the hotel in which to relax after a day outside in bustling London.

South Kensington Underground Station is a 3-minute walk away, and is surrounded by bars, shops and restaurants. Located on the Picadilly, Circle and District lines, the hotel has easy Underground links to many parts of the city.

Kensington and Chelsea is a great choice for travellers interested in convenient public transport, culture and architecture.

This is our guests' favourite part of London, according to independent reviews.

This property also has one of the best-rated locations in London! Guests are happier about it compared to other properties in the area.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 10 for a two-person trip.

This property is also rated for the best value in London! Guests are getting more for their money when compared to other properties in this city.

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	Deluxe King Room 1 large double bed	Show prices
댴 Private bathroom Room size: 301 ft² Room facilities: Minibar, Shower, Safety Deposit Box, Telephone, Air conditioning, Hairdryer, Bathrobe, Radio, Desk, Seating Area, Free toiletries, DVD Player, Toilet, Bathroom, Heating, Slippers, Satellite Channels, Bath or Shower, Carpeted, Flat-screen TV, Wake-up service, iPod dock, Wardrobe/Closet Free WiFi is available in all rooms. Check-in / / Check-in date Check-out / / Check-out date Rooms Adults Children
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댴 Private bathroom Room size: 86 ft² Equipped with Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV and an iPod docking station, each room was individually designed by Kit Kemp. Bathrooms are designed in granite and oak. Rooms overlook either the hotel's private garden or Sumner Place. Please note, this room type cannot accommodate extra beds or cots. Room facilities: Minibar, Shower, Safety Deposit Box, Telephone, Air conditioning, Hairdryer, Bathrobe, Radio, Desk, Free toiletries, DVD Player, Toilet, Bathroom, Heating, Slippers, Satellite Channels, Bath or Shower, Carpeted, Flat-screen TV, Wake-up service, iPod dock, Wardrobe/Closet Free WiFi is available in all rooms. Someone just booked this Check-in / / Check-in date Check-out / / Check-out date Rooms Adults Children
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댴 Private bathroom Room size: 108 ft² Equipped with Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV and an iPod docking station, each room was individually designed by Kit Kemp. Bathrooms are designed in granite and oak. Rooms overlook either the hotel's private garden or Sumner Place. Please note, this room type cannot accommodate extra beds or cots. Room facilities: Minibar, Shower, Safety Deposit Box, Telephone, Air conditioning, Hairdryer, Bathrobe, Radio, Desk, Free toiletries, DVD Player, Toilet, Bathroom, Heating, Slippers, Satellite Channels, Bath or Shower, Carpeted, Flat-screen TV, Wake-up service, iPod dock, Wardrobe/Closet Free WiFi is available in all rooms. Check-in / / Check-in date Check-out / / Check-out date Rooms Adults Children
	Superior Room 1 double bed	Show prices
댴 Private bathroom Room size: 129 ft² Equipped with Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV and an iPod docking station, each room was individually designed by Kit Kemp. Bathrooms are designed in granite and oak. Rooms overlook either the hotel's private garden or Sumner Place. Please note, this room type cannot accommodate extra beds or cots. Room facilities: Minibar, Shower, Safety Deposit Box, Telephone, Air conditioning, Hairdryer, Bathrobe, Radio, Desk, Free toiletries, DVD Player, Toilet, Bathroom, Heating, Slippers, Satellite Channels, Bath or Shower, Carpeted, Flat-screen TV, Wake-up service, iPod dock, Wardrobe/Closet Free WiFi is available in all rooms. Check-in / / Check-in date Check-out / / Check-out date Rooms Adults Children
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댴 Private bathroom Room size: 194 ft² Equipped with Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV and an iPod docking station, each room was individually designed by Kit Kemp. Bathrooms are designed in granite and oak. Rooms overlook either the hotel's private garden or Sumner Place. Please note, this room type cannot accommodate extra beds or cots. Room facilities: Minibar, Shower, Safety Deposit Box, Telephone, Air conditioning, Hairdryer, Bathrobe, Radio, Desk, Seating Area, Free toiletries, DVD Player, Toilet, Bathroom, Heating, Slippers, Satellite Channels, Bath or Shower, Carpeted, Flat-screen TV, Wake-up service, iPod dock, Wardrobe/Closet Free WiFi is available in all rooms. Check-in / / Check-in date Check-out / / Check-out date Rooms Adults Children
	Deluxe Room 1 extra-large double bed or 2 single beds	Show prices
댴 Private bathroom Room size: 226 ft² Equipped with Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV and an iPod docking station, each room was individually designed by Kit Kemp. Bathrooms are designed in granite and oak. Rooms overlook either the hotel's private garden or Sumner Place. Room facilities: Minibar, Shower, Safety Deposit Box, Telephone, Air conditioning, Hairdryer, Bathrobe, Radio, Desk, Seating Area, Free toiletries, DVD Player, Toilet, Bathroom, Heating, Slippers, Satellite Channels, Bath or Shower, Carpeted, Flat-screen TV, Wake-up service, iPod dock, Wardrobe/Closet Free WiFi is available in all rooms. Check-in / / Check-in date Check-out / / Check-out date Rooms Adults Children

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Number Sixteen is situated in the heart of lively South Kensington close to the Natural History Museum, Science Museum and V&A Museum. It has its own tree-filled private garden where the Orangery is perfect for dining, relaxing or entertaining.

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Closest landmarks

South Kensington 0.1 miles
Natural History Museum London 0.2 miles
Victoria & Albert Museum 0.3 miles
London Science Museum 0.3 miles
Grosvenor Casino The Gloucester London 0.3 miles
Gloucester Road 0.3 miles
Imperial College London 0.4 miles
Kings Road 0.5 miles
Royal College of Art 0.5 miles
Royal Albert Hall 0.5 miles

Restaurants and markets

Little Waitrose Old Brompton Road Supermarket 0.1 miles
Nottinghill Market 1.8 miles

Natural beauty

Thames River River 0 miles
The Serpentine (Hyde Park) Lake 1.1 miles

Closest airports

London City Airport 9.7 miles
London Heathrow Airport 12 miles
London Gatwick Airport 23.3 miles

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1 restaurant on site

The Orangery

Menu: À la carte

Cuisine: International

Open for: Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, High tea

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Children and extra beds

All children are welcome.

Free! All children under 12 years stay free of charge when using existing beds.

All children under 2 years are charged GBP 48 per person per night for children's cots/cribs.

One older child or adult is charged GBP 48 per person per night in an extra bed.

The maximum number of children's cots/cribs in a room is 1.

There is no capacity for extra beds in the room.

Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

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17 July 2017

Raed
Saudi Arabia
8.3

“Will never regret it!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Single Room
- • Stayed 1 night
눉Room is too small specially for couples.
눇Enjoyed their afternoon tea, lounges and aspiring designs and interiors.
13 July 2017

Tess
United Kingdom
9.6

“The best hotel we have ever experienced!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
눉We enjoyed our stay so much we hardly want to criticise but if were to offer any suggestions for improvement, there was no extractor fan in the bathroom (although the window did open) and the bathroom window was not quite fully frosted, having a clear border of a few centimetres all around the edge which was a little disconcerting! In terms of the staff, everyone was extremely friendly, helpful and keen to please; we just found that one of the older ladies who delivered the breakfast from room service came across a little too instructive rather than suggestive in terms of her comments so although not at all unpleasant, her manner caused a slightly prickly reaction which could perhaps have been avoided. This is being super-critical though so don't let that deter you from staying in the best hotel we have ever experienced!
눇Best stay ever! The décor was tasteful and gorgeous, both in the bedrooms and the public areas. We have never experienced such a clean hotel, which gave us the confidence to completely relax and enjoy our stay. The bed was huge (we requested extra large) and very comfy (we always get back ache when sleeping away from home but not this time!). The bathroom, although fairly compact, was well designed with space to house/display toiletries and make yourself feel at home. There were extra little touches to be found everywhere, from a welcome message and complementary relaxing spray and lotion to full length mirrors on the amazing fabric covered 180 degree opening wardrobe doors, making the room both interesting and practical. We booked a deluxe room and were so impressed we awarded it the accolade of best hotel we have ever stayed in! We ordered from the room service menu for both breakfast and evening meal, and it appeared on time, was all present and correct, and was totally delicious! The staff were friendly and helpful, and everything just worked! The tube is just minutes away from the hotel and we will definitely book a return visit the next time we go to Wimbledon.
12 July 2017

William
Portugal
9.6

“Wonderful boutique hotel”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Single Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
눉The bathroom was miniscule and the room wasn't much bigger. It was a single in London though, so I guess that's to be expected!
눇A unique boutique hotel with charm. Everyone who worked there was fantastic, always smiling and ready to help. Room was very clean and the bathroom, although small, looked brand new. Perfect spot on a quiet street very close to the underground.
10 July 2017

Mary
Australia
9.6

“A hidden secret in Kensington”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Luxury Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
눉Nothing.. fantstic
눇Beautiful rooms and ambiance. Excellent outdoor courtyard for breakfast & drinks. Very quiet.
9 July 2017

Greg
USA
9.2

“Luxury in a small package”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Superior Room
- • Stayed 7 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
눉Mattress was lumpy.
눇Staff is friendly, helpful and hardworking. Location is ideal: The tube is less than two blacks away. Great restaurants (Moti Mahal, e.g.) and taverns (Zetland Arms) throughout the upscale South Kensington neighborhood. If you need a hair out, gentlemen, Italian barbers (the world's best) staff the South Ken barbershop nearby.
6 July 2017

Simon
Switzerland

1 helpful vote
3.8

“Very disappointing experience.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Superior Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
눉I booked this room as a one night transit for my parents, who are both in their 80s. They had to fill a gap in their itineray so weren't going to stay long in any case. If they had - they would have moved. The room they were allocated was terrible. Firstly, the lift only went to the floor below and there were steep stairs up to their room, which they found hard to climb. Secondly, the room itself was tiny. Thirdly, the bathroom was so small as to be almost unusable! Incredibly, the toilet seat was a kids size - apparently so the door clould just fit around it. And the door to the shower was partially blocked by the other small fixtures in the tiny bathroom. This hotel markets itself as an upmarket boutique luxury hotel. It is anything but. My parents did not cause a fuss as they were out again the next morning, but considering the 5 star billing and prices, it left a very bad taste in the mouth. A ripoff. Be warned.
눇The hotel is in a nice side street in South Kensington.
20 June 2017

Richard
Canada
9.2

“Gorgeous with a very attentive staff ready to do your bidding!”
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Single Room
- • Stayed 1 night
눇Very attentive staff. AC was not working all that well.
10 June 2017

Michael
USA

1 helpful vote
9.6

“Old London with mod cons!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Superior Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
눉There was no coffee available in the room or lobby. Could order room service but that seems so "yesterday".
눇Great location a 4 minute walk from the South Kensington tube station. Charming group of three residences joined as one mini-hotel. Staff very helpful.
7 June 2017

Chuck
USA
10

“You won't be disappointed!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Superior Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
눇Fantastic location. Wonderful rooms. The hotel is both stylish and comfortable at the same time. The staff was outstanding, especially our new friend Arthur. His tips and recommendations made our brief time in London quite memorable.
5 June 2017

Kathrine
United Kingdom
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Superior Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
눉Breakfast very slow
눇Everything apart from the slowness at breakfast.
31 May 2017

Disappointed
United Kingdom
6.3

“Great brand turned into another chain hotel”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Deluxe Room
- • Stayed 1 night
눉poor design in the bedroom which is a surprise as the hotel trades on the interior design. Poor amenities in the room - no tea and coffee making facility. Charging for this and overcharging for tea to the room. Felt like a chain hotel trying to make money and not the uniqueness that the brand began with. Would not come again.
눇The bed was very comfortable and sheets good quality.
30 May 2017

Janet
Australia
9.2

Superb
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Luxury Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
눇Fabulous staff, location, rooms beautifully and originally decorated. Guest lounge with honesty bar a thoughtful facility and the tea always made in pots- breakfast delicious.
29 May 2017

Martijn
Netherlands
10

“Nice Stay”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
눉The (Continental) breakfast however was a bit of a letdown, no breads just some croissants and cakes. The croissants weren’t even fresh or warm but stale. We tried ordering some toast but they were very plain and tepid at best.
눇The hotel itself was superb, staff friendly and helpful, room immaculate and luxurious, all the things one would expect from a hotel in this class.
25 May 2017

Susannah
Switzerland
9.2

“Beautiful friendly hotel”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Deluxe Room
- • Stayed 1 night
눉We were so disappointed that there was a private function in the garden which meant we could not enjoy a drink outside on a beautiful sunny evening - surely it would be possible to keep an area just for hotel guests available all the time? Felt like all the hotel guests were cooped up in the smaller sitting rooms inside the hotel. Given the price of rooms, I would expect guests to be prioritised.
눇Great location, beautiful garden and really friendly staff
12 May 2017

Jean-bernard
France
10

“Absolutely to expectations”
- • Business trip
- • Family with young children
- • Superior Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
눉The weather outside....
눇Excellent and I already rebooked for my next visit to London

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